Are you travelling in Albania with us and keen to know who will be leading the way? Meet Alfi, one of our two awesome adventure guides there. Like Aurora, Alfi hails from northern Albania but he also leads our South Albania holidays.
Alfi loves nothing more than teaching guests about his country and being in the water—a man after our own hearts.
Read on to get to know Alfi.
Where did you grow up?
“Obviously” I am from the north!’ (Alfi makes this fact very clear and according to him, the north is the best). ‘I was born, and I still live, in Selcê/Kelmënd. It is a beautiful region with diverse villages, rivers, canyons and mountains. I have beautiful memories from Selcë and Lëpushë (two bucolic villages in Shkodër county) of swimming, walking, running, etc, growing up.”
What inspired you to become a tour guide?
“I have been guiding since 2014. I liked the idea of freedom (out of office) and independence (no bureaucracy). Soon, I began discovering my country’s hidden secrets and history, and became more passionate about it. Now I love to share my knowledge with visitors.”
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What do you like doing in your spare time?
“I like to be as busy as possible with work. Travelling is in my blood even more when I’m not working. When I get free time I’d choose just to relax back home, reading a book or doing some painting (which will remain hidden for obvious reasons).”
What’s your favourite place to visit in Albania and why?
”I love all Albania! We are blessed with a country that has it all. My favourite place is back in the north, where I’m from, where I find peace in my mind and soul.”
What food should people try when they first visit Albania?
“Albanian food is simple, fresh and made with love. When people come, they should try to interact with locals. That’s where the secret key of hospitality of Albania is hidden. For sure they will show you the main course, which depends on their region. A classic is Tavë Kosi – lamb baked with yoghurt.”
What should people know about Albania that they may not know before coming?
“That Albanians have an ancient heritage with key moments from the history of modern humans, and that we speak one of the world’s oldest languages, the Illyrian language, which is 2000-2500 years-old.”
Keen to explore Albania with us? Check out our full collection of Albania holidays and get in touch with any questions.
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